Bryan Beatty, Author at Mississippi Sportsman

With roughly nine months off, hunting dogs can get rusty if not worked during the off season. They need to stay physically and mentally fit. […]

Taking our dogs along on a hunting trip is extra work but well worth it if planned properly and worked out with your outfitter. […]

We owe it to our 4-legged friends to keep them safe and healthy. Here are some steps to take to ensure your hunting dog is protected. […]

Training and keeping your hunting dog sharp is a year-round obligation. Join a retriever club to do that and make them better. […]

February is a great time to chase bushytails. This is when squirrel dogs get their chance, if they haven’t already. […]

Hopefully you’ve been training to get your dog in proper physical shape and focused for big duck hunting season. […]

Keeping a hunting dog in peak physical condition, as well as sharp mentally, can be a challenge during the hotter months. […]

Another trick to add to your dog’s bag is to train them to blood trail wounded deer, and it’s gaining popularity with each season. […]

Scooter Lacoste has been raccoon hunting for 45 years and has some advice for those wanting to get started in coon hunting. […]

A well-stocked first aid kit is good insurance and can prove invaluable in the field should your hunting dog need it. […]

Time to get out there and put some birds on the water and cash in on your dog’s first waterfowl hunting season. […]

One of the metrics of a great dog is the “blind retrieve.” There will be times when a hunting dog won’t see a bird fall. […]